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Dr. Perez from Bowie, MD is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Arts and Crafts Club

Help me give my students the opportunity to express their creativity and talents through the Arts and Crafts club!

  • $918 goal

This project expired on May 15, 2025.

This project expired on May 15, 2025.

My Project

The specific items I am requesting for the arts and crafts club, such as the Cricut machine, and the vinyl materials, will provide my students with the tools to express themselves artistically, enhance their fine motor skills, and deepen their understanding of design and creativity. These materials will make a significant difference by allowing my students to experiment with various mediums, bring their ideas to life, and develop problem-solving and collaboration skills in a hands-on, engaging way.

My goal for this project is to foster a nurturing environment where students can explore their creativity, build confidence in their abilities, and discover the joy of artistic expression.

Through structured activities and open-ended projects, we aim to inspire innovation, cultural appreciation, and a lifelong love for the arts.

What makes our students special is their boundless enthusiasm, diverse perspectives, and unique talents. They come from a variety of backgrounds, each bringing their own stories and experiences to the club. Many of them are eager to explore their artistic potential but lack access to adequate resources outside of school. By providing these materials, I hope to empower my students to unlock their creativity and develop skills that extend beyond the classroom, enriching both their academic journeys and personal growth. We wish to share our art with our school community.

Dr. Perez Benjamin Tasker Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Bowie, MD View local requests

More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

Never Before Funded 100 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut Explore 3 Cutting Machine Bundle - With Mini Easy Press, Tool Kit, and Iron-On Vinyl for DIY Home Decor and Custom Apparel • Amazon Business $415.79 1 $415.79
Siser EasyWeed Heat Transfer Vinyl 11.8" x 50ft Roll (Black) Compatible with Siser Romeo/Juliet & Other Professional or Craft Cutters - Layerable - CPSIA Certified • Amazon Business $102.89 1 $102.89
Siser EasyWeed Heat Transfer Vinyl 11.8" x 50ft Roll (White) Compatible with Siser Romeo/Juliet & Other Professional or Craft Cutters - Layerable - CPSIA Certified • Amazon Business $94.49 1 $94.49
Siser 30 Sheets EasyWeed Heat Transfer Vinyl Bundle, 15"x12" Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $67.49 1 $67.49
HTV Heat Transfer Vinyl Bundle 37Pack 12" x 10" Vinyl Sheets,Iron On Vinyl for Cricut & Heat Press Machine,More Than 20 Assorted Colors for DIY Fabrics T-Shirts • Amazon Business $17.09 1 $17.09

Materials cost

$697.75

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $41.86

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$780.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$137.66

Total project goal

$917.74

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